NAHO Media Releases

NAHO Announces Winners of the Honouring Life Network Suicide Prevention Contest

2011-01-11T09:51:00.000-05:00

Ottawa, ON – National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is pleased to announce the winners of the “How do YOU honour life!?” contest of the Honouring Life Network in the following categories:

Multimedia Category:
First Place: “Self Image” submitted by Melissa Ziehlike and Sandra Kritzer of Flin Flon MB

First Runner-up: “How I Honour Life” submitted by Brad Fyfe, Anthony Morrisseau, Dan Isham and Jessica Desrosiers of Fort Frances, ON

Second Runner-up: “Alice” submitted by Catherine Coe, Shawnna Goulet, Caitlyn Goulet, Mandy Goulet, Lavina Black, Chavannah Kochon, Kaiya Delorme, Kevin Betsina, Johnny Martin, and Tyanna Gofard of Yellowknives Dene First Nation (N'Dilo), NWT

Written Category:
First Place: “Honouring Life- Suicide Prevention” submitted by Krista Alec of Prince George, BC
First Runner-up: “Voices” submitted by Robert Animikii Horto of Rainy River First Nations, ON

“NAHO congratulates all of the youth who participated in the contest,” stated Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, Chief Executive Officer of NAHO. “Their creativity shows a rich appreciation and pride of First Nations, Inuit and Métis cultures and their works send positive messages to other Aboriginal youth across the country.”

Every 1st place winner of the contest won a flip video camera and all winning submissions are showcased on the Honouring Life Network web site, www.honouringlife.ca

The Honouring Life Network is a web site that offers culturally relevant suicide prevention resources and information to First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth and youth workers.

The National Aboriginal Health Organization advances and promotes the health and well-being of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis through collaborative research, Indigenous traditional knowledge, building capacity, and community led initiatives.

For more information about the National Aboriginal Health Organization visit www.naho.ca

For media inquiries, contact:
Wayne Clark, Communications Director
Tel: (613) 237-9462 ext. 529 / Toll Free: 1-877-602-4445 ext. 529
E-mail: wclark@naho.ca

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National Aboriginal Health Organization launches Get Immunized Information Website and Health Messaging videos

2010-12-08T10:35:00.001-05:00

Ottawa, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) launched a new
website and health messaging videos to help First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals,
families and communities in Canada make decisions about getting immunization vaccines
at the 9th Canadian Immunization Conference in Quebec City yesterday.

The Get Immunized Information website is a national, bilingual Web-based
clearinghouse of information on immunization and First Nations, Inuit and Métis. It hosts
a collection of culturally-relevant, timely and credible information resources on the
benefits and risks of immunization.

The four part health messaging video series explores First Nations, Inuit and Métis
individual, family and community perspectives on Immunization. They are narrated by
Adam Beach and include interviews with National Aboriginal Role Models who have
chosen careers in Health.

The video topics are:
· A First Nations Perspective on Immunization
· An Inuit Perspective on Immunization
· A Métis Perspective on Immunization
· Perspectives from First Nations, Inuit and Métis on Health Care (also available
with French sub-titles)

“NAHO is committed to improving the health of First Nations, Inuit and Métis
individuals, families and communities through knowledge-based strategies,” said Dr.
Paulette C. Tremblay, CEO of NAHO. “The Get Immunized Information Website and
health messaging videos will help empower individuals and families to make positive,
healthy decisions by gaining a better understanding of immunization.”

The Get Immunized Information Website and health messaging videos are a collaborative
initiative between NAHO and the First Nations and Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB) of
Health Canada. It is strengthened by the efforts of non-profit immunization organizations,
health professionals and members of First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.

According to FNIHB, on-reserve First Nations have immunization rates about 20 per cent
lower than the general Canadian population, and suffer from higher rates of vaccinepreventable
diseases. Furthermore, some of these diseases result in more hospitalization
for First Nations people than in the general population.

NAHO’s goal with the Get Immunized Information Website and health messaging videos
is to increase awareness of the benefits and risks of immunization for all ages. It will
achieve this with the support of physicians, nurses, community health representatives,
and parents in First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.

The National Aboriginal Health Organization is an Aboriginal-designed and -controlled
body that works to influence and advance the health and well-being of Aboriginal
Peoples through knowledge-based strategies.

For more information or to view the Public Service Announcements, visit:
http://www.getimmunized.ca/information

To view the health messaging videos visit: www.getimmunized.ca/resources
For French sub-titles visit: www.getimmunized.ca/fr

For media inquiries, contact:
Colleen Patterson,
Communications Officer
Toll-free: 1-877-602-4445 ext. 559
(613) 237-9462 ext. 559
Direct: (613) 863-9001
E-mail: cpatterson@naho.ca

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Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, CEO of National Aboriginal Health Organization named 2010 Champion of Mental Health for the Aboriginal Category

2010-10-07T14:28:00.002-05:00

Ottawa, ON —– As part of Mental Awareness Week, the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is proud to announce that CEO, Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay was recognized as the 2010 Champion of Mental Health for the Aboriginal Category at the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health awards ceremony dinner held at the Chateau Laurier Hotel on Monday night in Ottawa, ON.

The Champions of Mental Health Awards is an annual event which celebrates individuals and organizations who are dedicated to raising awareness, reducing the stigma associated with mental illness, and advocating for mental health research and care across Canada.

NAHO was recognized for its efforts in providing suicide prevention resources to First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth and youth workers through the Honouring Life Network (HLN) web site.

“The work NAHO is doing to provide culturally relevant suicide prevention is vital to helping First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth have a venue for self expression. The resources on the web site assist youth in having dialogues with others and making positive decisions about their health and well-being.” states Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay. “I am honoured to have accepted this important award on behalf of NAHO.”

Sponsored by Health Canada, the Honouring Life Network web site offers culturally relevant information and resources to help Aboriginal youth and youth workers deal with a problem that has reached crisis proportions in some First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities in Canada.

For more information about the Honouring Life Network, visit www.honouringlife.ca

The National Aboriginal Health Organization advances and promotes the health and well-being of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis through collaborative research, Indigenous Traditional Knowledge, building capacity, and community led initiatives.

For more information about NAHO, visit its web site at www.naho.ca

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For media inquiries, contact:
Colleen Patterson, Senior Communications Officer
Tel: (613) 237-9462 ext. 559 / Toll Free: 1-877-602-4445 ext. 559
Cell: (613) 863-9001 / E-mail: cpatterson[at]naho.ca

NAHO Announces a Contest in Celebration of World Suicide Prevention Day

2010-09-10T10:02:00.000-05:00

Ottawa, ON – In celebration of World Suicide Prevention Day, the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) announces an exciting new contest of the Honouring Life Network (HLN). The HLN is a web site that offers culturally relevant suicide prevention resources and information to First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth and youth workers.

The contest is entitled, How Do YOU Honour Life? and is open to First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth between the ages of 17 to 30.

Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, Chief Executive Officer of NAHO states, “There is a need to encourage and facilitate positive dialogue with our youth to increase protective factors and decrease the stigma and shame associated with suicide.”

Youth are encouraged to submit an entry into one of three categories: multimedia, visual or written. These will represent creative expressions, experiences, thoughts and initiatives on how they honour life and approach suicide prevention and awareness in their communities.

The top 5 entries in each category will be showcased on the HLN web site to inspire others to Honour Life each and every day. The winner of each category, who will be selected by the HLN Youth Advisory Committee, will receive a free Flip video camera.

For full contest details and information about Honouring Life Network go to www.honouringlife.ca

The National Aboriginal Health Organization advances and promotes the health and well-being of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis through collaborative research, Indigenous traditional knowledge, building capacity, and community led initiatives.

For more information about the National Aboriginal Health Organization visit www.naho.ca

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For media inquiries, contact:
Colleen Patterson, Senior Communications Officer
Tel: (613) 237-9462 ext. 559 / Toll Free: 1-877-602-4445 ext. 559
Cell: (613) 863-9001 / E-mail: cpatterson@naho.ca

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NAHO Congratulates Participants of the 2010 National Inuit Youth and Elders’ Summit

2010-08-23T12:33:00.002-05:00

Ottawa (August 19, 2010) – The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) congratulates the Inuit youth and elders who are currently gathered at the National Inuit Youth and Elders’ Summit in Inuvik, Northwest Territories.

At the Summit, Karin Kettler, Program Coordinator of the NAHO National Aboriginal Role Model Program (NARMP), and 2009-2010 Role Model Asivak Koostachin presented information about NARMP which inspires youth to achieve their goals and supports healthy and positive decision making. The purpose of the presentation was to reach out and encourage Inuit youth to believe in themselves, to set goals, to complete their education, to make healthy lifestyle choices, to dream about future possibilities, to stay focused, to work hard and get involved.

Inuit Tuttarvingat, the Inuit-specific Centre at NAHO, contributed to the Summit by holding a one-day workshop on traditional knowledge with Inuit elders. The workshop allowed discussion with elders about traditional medicines and healing practices, priorities for preserving the information, and how best to share this knowledge with Inuit youth and others in the communities.

“The National Inuit Youth and Elders’ Summit is an ideal venue for NAHO to work with Inuit to encourage healthy choices and share important health information” says Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, CEO of NAHO. “It is such a privilege to be able to work with the elders and youth at this year’s Summit and NAHO applauds the National Inuit Youth Council for their dedication and exemplary efforts in organizing this important event.”
The Summit kicked off on August 16th and wraps up tomorrow.
The National Aboriginal Health Organization advances and promotes the health and well-being of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis through collaborative research, Indigenous traditional knowledge, building capacity, and community led initiatives.

For more information on the National Aboriginal Health Organization visit www.naho.ca

For media inquiries, contact:
Wayne Clark, Director, Communications
Tel: (613) 237-9462 ext. 508 / Toll Free: 1-877-602-4445 ext. 508
Cell: (613) 863-7765 / E-mail: wclark@naho.ca

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NAHO Welcomes Wayne Clark to its Senior Management Team

2010-08-04T12:17:00.000-05:00

Ottawa (July 28, 2010) – The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is pleased to announce Wayne Clark as Director, Communications.

Mr. Clark brings over 15 years experience in communications and program management in new media and television working with provincial and federal agencies and Aboriginal Peoples Television Network. He produced award winning exhibitions for Virtual Museum of Canada in partnership with BC First Nations including The Respect to Bill Reid Pole, Dane Wajich Dane-Zaa Stories & Songs: Dreamers and the Land and Drawing on Identity: The Inkameep Day School & Art Collection. Mr. Clark has extensive experience managing communications having worked with Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, New Media BC, Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia and Government of Manitoba. Mr. Clark has consulted on digital media policy for Canadian Centres of Excellence and Canadian Culture Online National Advisory Board.

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2010 - 2011 National Aboriginal Role Models Announced

2010-06-22T08:44:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is proud to celebrate the announcement of 12 new national Aboriginal Role Models for 2010-2011 with a morning filled with cultural sights and sounds on Saturday June 19, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. – noon. (9:30 a.m. doors open) at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa.
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2010 - 2011 National Aboriginal Role Models Awards Ceremony Announced

2010-06-14T14:40:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is proud to celebrate the announcement of 12 new national Aboriginal role models for 2010-2011 with a morning filled with cultural sights and sounds.
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NAHO Thanks Artists for their contribution to 2009 National Conference

2009-11-26T12:25:00.000-05:00

Plenary Speakers and National Aboriginal Role Models were honoured for their contributions towards improving the health and well being of First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals, families and communities with a special gift commissioned by two Aboriginal artists for the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) 2009 National Conference.
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NAHO CEO Offers words of Thanks to National Aboriginal Role Models

2009-11-26T12:16:00.000-05:00

Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, CEO of NAHO offers special words of thanks at National Aboriginal Role Model Reunion Banquet on Tuesday November 24, 2009 in Ottawa, Ontario at the Crowne Plaza hotel in the International Ballroom. The banquet was a celebration of the accomplishments of the National Aboriginal Role Models.
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National Aboriginal Role Models Take Centre Stage at the Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards (CAMA)

2009-11-25T12:15:00.000-05:00

NAHO is excited to announce that National Aboriginal Role Models and 2009 NARMP national spokesperson, Lucie Idlout represent thirty nine percent (39%) of this year’s Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards (CAMA) finalists
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NAHO Announces the National Aboriginal Role Model Reunion Banquet

2009-11-23T18:40:00.003-05:00

It's the 25th anniversary of the National Aboriginal Role Model Program and the 6th year of being administered by the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO).
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NAHO announces Lunch Sessions 2009 National Conference Our People, Our Health

2009-11-23T18:40:00.001-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) invites conference participants and media to attend a series of lunch and learn sessions at the upcoming 2009 National Conference Our People, Our Health, to be held in Ottawa, Ontario from November 24-26, 2009 at the Crowne Plaza and Marriott Hotels.
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NAHO 2009 National Conference will explore First Nations, Inuit and Métis Health Perspectives in Opening Plenary

2009-11-23T18:39:00.005-05:00

NAHO 2009 National Conference will explore First Nations, Inuit and Métis Health Perspectives in Opening Plenary
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NAHO 2009 National Conference Welcomes Special Guests to the International Perspectives on Health and Well-Being Panel

2009-11-23T18:39:00.002-05:00

The International Perspectives on Health and Well-Being panel will take place on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 from 8:45 a.m.-10:15 a.m in the International Ballroom at the Crowne Plaza Hotel.
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NAHO Announces Sponsors 2009 National Conference Our People, Our Health

2009-11-23T16:09:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is pleased to announce the sponsors for the upcoming 2009 National Conference Our People, Our Health, to be held in Ottawa, Ontario from November 24-26, 2009 at the Crowne Plaza and Marriott Hotels.
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NAHO Congratulates Role Models for their success at the Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards

2009-11-23T16:08:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is thrilled to congratulate 2008 National Aboriginal Role Model, Inez for winning four awards at the Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards (APCMA).
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NAHO announces the pre-release the Journal of Aboriginal Health Special Editions of 'First Nations Communities in Crisis'

2009-11-23T12:14:00.000-05:00

Special editions of 'First Nations Communities in Crisis' will be pre-released at the 2009 National Conference Our People, Our Health. On Thursday November 26, 2009 from 1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
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NAHO and Ottawa Senators offer special prices for home games during national conference

2009-10-27T15:07:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) has joined forces with the Ottawa Senators to provide all participants of the NAHO national conference special prices for three games Nov. 21 to Nov. 26.
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National Aboriginal Health Organization will be hosting a reunion banquet for National Aboriginal Role Models.

2009-10-16T09:27:00.000-05:00

It is the 25th anniversary of the National Aboriginal Role Model Program and the 5th anniversary of it being hosted by the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO).
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First Nations Centre of the National Aboriginal Health Organization announces the beneficiaries of the First Nations Single Parent Health Career Bursa

2009-09-21T12:42:00.001-05:00

The First Nations Centre of the National Aboriginal Health Organization is pleased to announce the five recipients of the First Nations Single Parent Health Careers Bursary.
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NAHO's Honouring Life Network calls for Youth Advisory Committee members

2009-09-11T13:14:00.004-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization's (NAHO) Honouring Life Network (HLN) is recruiting First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth aged 17 to 30 to form a new Youth Advisory Committee.

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The Honouring Life Network launches Suicide Prevention Video Contest

2009-09-10T08:57:00.001-05:00

In celebration of World Suicide Prevention Day, the Honouring Life Network (HLN), a project of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO), announced an exciting new contest for First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth.

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NAHO launches new Web site

2009-09-10T08:48:00.003-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) launched a revamped
version of its popular Web site today - www.naho.ca.

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Registration for the 2009 National Conference is now OPEN!

2009-09-10T08:45:00.002-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is hosting a
national conference in Ottawa, Ontario from November 24-26, 2009 at the Crowne Plaza
and Marriott Hotels.

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NAHO CEO Congratulates new Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn Atleo

2009-07-29T08:59:00.000-05:00

Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, Chief Executive Officer of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO), congratulates Shawn Atleo on his election as National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN).

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NAHO National Aboriginal Role Model wins prestigious health research award

2009-07-29T08:49:00.001-05:00

Julie Bull, a National Aboriginal Role Model in 2007, was the Canadian recipient of the Hart Hansen Award at a ceremony at the 14th International Congress on Circumpolar Health held in Yellowknife, NT.

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Susan Dahlseide re-elected as Chairperson of the NAHO Board of Directors

2009-07-20T10:24:00.000-05:00

National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) Chief Executive Officer Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay announced additions and changes to NAHO’s Board of Directors and Executive Committee today, as per NAHO’s Board meeting conducted on June 8, 2009.

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Honouring Life Network holds focus group for pilot suicide prevention project

2009-07-20T10:23:00.000-05:00

As part of the National Aboriginal Health Organization’s (NAHO) Honouring Life Network (HLN), a focus group was held on July 3, 2009 to engage youth in discussion regarding the development of an interactive online suicide prevention tool.

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2009-07-10T08:28:00.003-05:00

The Métis Centre of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) announces the launch of Métis Youth Expressions, a project combining video recordings of Métis youth artistic expressions to be showcased in a DVD and discussion guide.
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2009 - 2010 National Aboriginal Role Models Announced

2009-06-19T08:59:00.002-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is proud to celebrate the announcement of 12 new national Aboriginal role models for 2009-2010 with an evening filled with cultural sights and sounds on Saturday June 20, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.at the Canadian Museum of Civilization in Gatineau, Quebec. NAHO is also pleased to welcome Scotiabank to the program as its only corporate sponsor.
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NAHO to host screening of live, TV phone-in show about Inuit youth

2009-05-12T06:59:00.001-05:00

On May 13, 2009 the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) will showcase "Makkuktuuvunga, upimmavunga - I am young and I am proud," the last installment of a three- part live, interactive television series about Inuit wellness issues.

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National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) announces: Save the Dates for the NAHO 2009 National Conference

2009-04-27T08:28:00.001-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is hosting a national conference in Ottawa, Ontario from November 24-26, 2009 at the Crowne Plaza and Marriott Hotels.

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NAHO signs Collaborative Agreement with the Foundation for Educational Exchange

2009-04-03T10:47:00.002-05:00

Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, CEO of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO), and Dr. Michael Hawes, CEO of the Foundation for Educational Exchange between Canada and the United States of America (the Canada-U.S. Fulbright Program), today signed a Collaborative Agreement formalizing a partnership between the two organizations.

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NAHO finds release of Métis-specific information a step in the right direction

2009-02-19T09:39:00.004-05:00

NAHO commends Statistics Canada on the release of its article on Métis health and well-being today.

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NAHO is Celebrating Birth

2009-02-12T14:42:00.001-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is hosting a special event to celebrate the rebirth of First Nations, Inuit and Métis traditional approaches to child and maternal care. At this event NAHO will announce its acceptance to be the new home for the "Canadian and American Traditional Midwives Blanket" and launch a selection of NAHO's new midwifery, child and maternal health resources.
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NAHO seeking First Nations, Inuit and Métis role models for youth award

2009-01-09T08:23:00.004-05:00

NAHO is once again searching for Canada's best and brightest First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth for nomination to the 2009-2010 National Aboriginal Role Model Program (NARMP).

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National Aboriginal Health Organization to sign a Collaborative Agreement with the Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network

2008-12-11T11:56:00.003-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is holding an
open house in celebration of its signing a collaborative agreement with the Canadian
Aboriginal AIDS Network (CAAN) December 12, from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Keyano and NAHO MOU to benefit Aboriginal communities

2008-12-04T11:05:00.001-05:00

On December 3, Keyano College and NAHO came together to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in order to have a positive impact on the health and well-being of Aboriginal Peoples.
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NAHO to launch First Nations Children’s book at Canadian Aboriginal Festival

2008-11-28T08:57:00.001-05:00

The First Nations Centre (FNC) of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) will launch Our Healthy Journey, a First Nations children's book at the Canadian Aboriginal Festival.

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National Aboriginal Health Organization congratulates new Health Minister

2008-10-31T14:12:00.003-05:00

October 31, 2008 - Ottawa, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) recognizes the accomplishments of The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, newly appointed federal Minister of Health. This historic appointment is the first time an Inuk has been appointed Cabinet Minister.
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National Aboriginal Role Model receives achievement award in culture

2008-10-30T15:23:00.003-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is proud to congratulate National Aboriginal Role Model Channing Lavallée for being awarded the 2008 Manitoba Aboriginal Youth Achievement Award in the Cultural - Female category.
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NAHO to comment on Aboriginal Children's Survey 2006

2008-10-28T15:50:00.008-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - Dr. Paulette Tremblay, CEO of the National Aboriginal Health Organization will be available to comment on the release of the Aboriginal Children's Survey data on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST

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National Aboriginal Role Models of NAHO claim silver and bronze at Cowichan 2008 North American Indigenous Games

2008-10-20T08:49:00.004-05:00

Ottawa, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is pleased to congratulate two National Aboriginal Role Models for their success at the 2008 North American Indigenous Games in Cowichan Valley, B.C. last August.
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New First Nations staff bolster research credentials at National Aboriginal Health Organization.

2008-09-03T15:32:00.002-05:00

Ottawa, ON - Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, Chief Executive Officer of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO), announced today that NAHO has successfully engaged three new researchers through the competitive process to fully complement it's First Nations Centre.
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National Aboriginal Health Organization signs Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Agreement with Metis Settlements General Council

2008-08-15T13:03:00.001-05:00

Gift Lake Metis Settlement, AB - Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, Chief Executive Officer of theNational Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO), today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Agreement with the Metis Settlements General Council (MSGC). The purpose of the MOU is to formalize organizational interests in areas of potential mutual collaboration.
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National Aboriginal Role Models of NAHO participate in Cowichan 2008 North American Indigenous Games

2008-08-01T07:50:00.001-05:00

NAHO is pleased to announce 10 National Aboriginal Role Models will be supporting theCowichan 2008 North American Indigenous Games by emceeing events and presenting personal stories.
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Singing her way to Success: A National Aboriginal Role Model of NAHO wins $10,000 in Aboriginal Day Talent Contest

2008-06-27T14:20:00.001-05:00

Ottawa, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is pleased to celebrate the accomplishments of 27 year old Inez Jasper of Chilliwack, British Columbia. On the same day she was announced as one of this year’s 12 National Aboriginal Role Models, a program administered by NAHO, she also won a talent contest at the Summer Solstice Aboriginal Arts Festival.
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New senior staff add vitality and energy to NAHO

2008-06-27T09:15:00.003-05:00

Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, Chief Executive Officer of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO), announced today that NAHO has successfully engaged three new directors through the competitive process to fully compliment Senior Management Team
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2008 National Aboriginal Role Models Announced

2008-06-20T13:00:00.002-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is proud to celebrate the announcement of 12 new national Aboriginal role models for 2008-2009. Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada will present the award to the 12 role models on June 21, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, Ontario
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National Aboriginal Health Organization will announce 12 new National Aboriginal Role Models on June 21, 2008

2008-06-18T09:32:00.005-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - The announcement of the 12 new 2008-2009 Aboriginal role models will take place on Saturday June 21, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. during an award ceremony with Her Excellency The Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, Ontario.
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Health Canada and NAHO Launch Innovative Aboriginal Youth Suicide Prevention Web Site

2008-04-10T08:42:00.002-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - Today, the Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Health, was joined by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, and the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) CEO Dr. Paulette Tremblay to unveil a new Web site to help combat suicide among Aboriginal youth. Called the Honouring Life Network, the site is targeted at both Aboriginal youth and suicide prevention workers in First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.
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NAHO to Launch Major Aboriginal Youth Suicide Prevention Initiative

2008-04-04T14:44:00.002-05:00

OTTAWA,ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO), along with Health Minister Tony Clement, will announce the launch of a new initiative to combat suicide among Aboriginal youth
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NAHO Fosters Dialogue on Health Impacts of Resource Extraction in the North

2008-03-18T09:23:00.001-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - Participants at a roundtable on the health effects of resource extraction in the North are calling for more research to look into the impacts that such development has on the well-being of First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.
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NAHO Publishes Special Journal Devoted to Aboriginal Women's Health

2008-03-14T13:25:00.002-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) has released a special issue of the Journal of Aboriginal Health devoted to the health of Aboriginal women.

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Release of 2006 Census Data Continues to Tell the Story of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Health and Well-being

2008-01-15T13:09:00.000-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - The release today of Statistics Canada's 2006 Census covering Aboriginal Peoples provides welcome data that adds another chapter to the story of First Nations, Inuit and Métis health and well-being in Canada, says NAHO's Chief Executive Officer Dr. Paulette Tremblay.
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NAHO Announces New CEO

2008-01-07T10:23:00.000-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) announced today that Dr. Paulette Tremblay has been named its new Chief Executive Officer.
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First Nations Youth and Leadership to Discuss Suicide Prevention

2007-09-14T10:25:00.000-05:00

MORLEY, AB - Over 30 First Nations youth and various federal and First Nations leaders will convene in Morley, Alberta later this month to discuss the issue of suicide in First Nations communities.
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Inuit Midwifery Web site Launched

2007-08-20T14:33:00.000-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - Today the Ajunnginiq (Inuit) Centre is celebrating the healthy birth of its trilingual information Web site on Inuit midwifery, maternity care, birthing and infant health in the North.
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NAHO signs MOU with the Aboriginal Sports Circle

2007-08-15T12:05:00.000-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) announced today that a memorandum of understanding has been signed with the Aboriginal Sports Circle to promote healthy lifestyles among Aboriginal Peoples through sport, recreation and fitness.
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NAHO signs MOU with the SOGC

2007-07-25T13:13:00.000-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) announced today that a memorandum of understanding has been signed with the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) to promote the health of Aboriginal women, particularly in the area of obstetrical and gynaecological care.
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NAHO signs MOU with the Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network

2007-07-13T12:59:00.000-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) announced today that a memorandum of understanding has been signed with the Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network (CAAN) to promote awareness of HIV/AIDS epidemic among Aboriginal Peoples.
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NAHO signs MOU with Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists

2007-07-10T08:56:00.000-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) announced today that a memorandum of understanding has been signed with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) to promote the health and respiratory care of Aboriginal Canadians.
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National Spokesperson and National Aboriginal Role Models Announced

2007-06-21T12:39:00.000-05:00

OTTAWA - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) today announced a new National Spokesperson for the National Aboriginal Role Model Program and 12 new national Aboriginal role models during an award ceremony at the Government Conference Centre in Ottawa.
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Photography contest promotes healthy images of Aboriginal Peoples

2007-05-31T09:33:00.000-05:00

OTTAWA, ON - Over 40 photographers from urban, rural and remote communities across Canada entered a photography contest organized by the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) to promote healthy images of First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.
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NAHO announces launch of 2007 Photography Contest

2007-01-22T08:01:00.000-05:00

Aboriginal Peoples from across Canada are being invited to submit their entries to the 2007 National Aboriginal Health Organization Photography Contest.
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Aboriginal role models sought for youth award

2007-01-19T11:53:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is once again searching for the best and brightest Aboriginal youth in Canada for nomination to the 2007-08 National Aboriginal Role Model Program.
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Inuit leaders join together to recognize Aboriginal AIDS Awareness Week

2006-11-26T11:49:00.000-05:00

In recognition of Aboriginal AIDS Awareness Week, December 1 st - 5 th, Martha Greig, President of Pauktuutit Inuit Women of Canada, Mary Simon, President of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami and Nancy Karetak-Lindell, Member of Parliament for Nunavut, have joined together to voice the need to address the issues surrounding HIV/AIDS that are affecting Inuit today.
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NAHO Celebrates Women's History Month

2006-10-16T11:46:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is celebrating Women's History Month with an Aboriginal Women's Panel on Health.
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National Aboriginal Health Organization to announce 12 National Aboriginal Role Models on October 16, 2006

2006-10-11T11:48:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is proud to celebrate the announcement of 12 new Aboriginal role models for 2006-2007 at a special event with Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada.
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In recognition of "World Suicide Prevention Day," Ajunnginiq (Inuit) Centre and elders share ways to cope with life's challenges

2006-09-08T11:46:00.000-05:00

The skills and values that Inuit traditionally used to cope with life's hardships - patience, resolve, perseverance, and responsibility - are just as necessary today as they were in the past to prevent suicide, notes a new report on suicide prevention from the Ajunnginiq (Inuit) Centre.
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Documentary Jidwa:doh - "Let's Become Again" opens the 2006 IMAGeNation Film and Video Festival

2006-06-22T11:43:00.000-05:00

The 2006 IMAGeNation Film and Video Festival opens with the premiere of the festival's feature documentary Jidwa:doh - "Let's Become Again" at the Vancity Theatre, Vancouver, BC.
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National Aboriginal Role Models Announced

2006-03-20T11:42:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) announces twelve national Aboriginal role models during their Announcement Gala in Ottawa, on March 20, 2006 at 3 p.m., held at the (Old) City Hall.
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NAHO becomes Aboriginal Peoples Affiliate of the Canadian Health Network

2005-06-06T11:40:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is pleased to have been selected as the Aboriginal Peoples Affiliate to the Canadian Health Network (CHN).
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Organizations unite with Elders to save natural resources and preserve traditional knowledge

2005-04-27T11:39:00.000-05:00

What do a major university, a grassroots Amazon conservation group, and an organization promoting the health of Aboriginal peoples in Canada have in common?
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Ajunnginiq Centre's radio play focuses on Inuit health

2005-04-20T11:38:00.000-05:00

An Inuktitut radio play with a unique focus on Inuit health and wellness will be aired on community radio stations across the Arctic.
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UN report yet another confirmation of issues facing Aboriginal Peoples, says NAHO's Executive Director

2005-04-13T11:35:00.000-05:00

A recent United Nations report that shows Canada's ranking on the UN human development scale would substantially drop if Aboriginal health, social, and economic conditions were solely acknowledged confirms what too many Aboriginal people across the country already know first-hand, said Bernice Downey, Executive Director of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO).
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NAHO's Second National Conference a Success

2004-11-15T11:33:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization's (NAHO) second national conference and health information fair, which ran Nov. 8 to 10 at the Winnipeg Convention Centre, was a great success, said Bernice Downey, Executive Director of NAHO.
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$5,000 Fellowship Available to Métis Graduate Students

2004-10-06T11:32:00.000-05:00

The Métis Centre at the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) has announced the continuation of the successful Métis Centre Fellowship Program.
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World Suicide Prevention Day, September 10, 2004 Inuit Backgrounder

2004-09-10T11:31:00.000-05:00

Suicide is one of the 10 leading causes of death in Canada. However, Inuit experience suicide at rates much greater than the rest of Canada.
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Tragedy of Inuit Suicides Must End: New Measures Needed On World Suicide Prevention Day

2004-09-07T11:30:00.000-05:00

Inuit leaders are communicating a unified message on the occasion of World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10, 2004).
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National Aboriginal Role Models Announced

2004-06-21T11:29:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) today announced its first national Aboriginal role models during the National Aboriginal Day celebrations in Ottawa.
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NAHO and Jordin Tootoo unveil "Lead Your Way!"program

2004-05-05T11:24:00.000-05:00

Today the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) and Jordin Tootoo, an Inuk hockey player from the NHL, are unveiling an exciting project to encourage youth to achieve their goals: the National Aboriginal Role Model Program.
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NAHO Hires a New Executive Director

2004-03-15T11:26:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Organization (NAHO) has hired Bernice Downey as its new executive director.
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National Aboriginal Health Organization's Second National Conference and Health Fair

2004-03-13T15:28:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) will be hosting the Second National Conference and Health Fair scheduled for Nov. 8 to 10, 2004, at the Winnipeg Convention Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
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NAHO Unveils Journal of Aboriginal Health

2004-01-23T11:20:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) released its inaugural issue of its research publication The Journal of Aboriginal Health, during a ceremony today at the Library and Archives Canada.
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NAHO Launches Information Centre on Aboriginal Health

2004-01-23T11:15:00.000-05:00

At a gathering at Library and Archives Canada today, the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) launched an innovative tool aimed at keeping Aboriginal health-care professionals, Aboriginal communities and the public connected to health information on Aboriginal Peoples.
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HEALTH - GET WITH IT! a huge success

2003-01-23T11:13:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization's (NAHO) first annual conference and health information fair, held Jan. 21 to 23, 2003 at the Ottawa Congress Centre, hosted 900 participants from across Canada.
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NAHO's First Annual Health Conference

2003-01-20T11:14:00.000-05:00

The National Aboriginal Health Organization's (NAHO) first annual conference and health information fair begins Jan. 21, 2003, at the Ottawa Congress Centre and runs until Jan. 23.
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Romanow Commission's Report on the Future of Health Care in Canada

2002-11-29T11:12:00.000-05:00

In his final report on the Future of Health Care in Canada, Commissioner Roy Romanow has acknowledged that the poor health status of Aboriginal Peoples is a serious concern that must be addressed.
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Summary of Romanow Commission's Aboriginal Health Forum

2002-06-28T10:43:00.000-05:00

The jointly-hosted Aboriginal Health Forum entitled "Dialogue on Aboriginal Health: Sharing our Challenges and Successes," held June 26 by the Commission for the Future of Health Care in Canada and the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) in Aylmer, Quebec, was a successful event.
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Health Care Commission and NAHO Announce Special Forum

2002-06-25T09:08:00.000-05:00

Roy Romanow, head of the Commission on the Future of Health Care in Canada, and Dr. Judith Bartlett, Chair of the Board of Directors of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) today unveiled details of a Special Forum on Aboriginal health that their respective organizations will co-host in Ottawa on June 26,2002.
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Spirituality Unity and National Aboriginal Health Association - Partners

2002-06-06T10:49:00.000-05:00

Today, Chief Maureen Chapman, Vice-Chair of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO), will highlight protocols for media's reporting on traditional medicines and traditional healing practices when she speaks at 10:15 a.m. at the Aboriginal Resource Committee (ARC) office at #1 Boat Ramp Road, Tsartlip Village, Brentwood Bay, B.C.
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"Spiritual Unity" - Unveiled

2002-05-30T11:08:00.000-05:00

Today, in preparation for our July 9-11, 2002 Aboriginal Elders Conference, the "Spiritual Unity" logo will be presented in an honouring ceremony at the Aboriginal Health and Sports Development Centre in Brentwood Bay.
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Aboriginal Health is top issue for CMA's new Office for Public Health

2002-02-08T11:10:00.000-05:00

The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) launched its Office for Public Health and announced a series of initiatives aimed at improving the health status of Aboriginal People in Canada.
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